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The Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a postdoctoral position to develop superconducting magnets at the FREIA Laboratory. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is the second largest department at Uppsala University with more than 360 employees and 11 different divisions, situated at the Ångström Laboratory in Uppsala. The department is hosting the FREIA Laboratory that performs research towards future particle accelerators and research instrumentation. The FREIA laboratory operates complex equipment such as cryostats and microwave equipment for testing accelerators and instruments. Current projects focus on the European Spallation Source (ESS), the MAX IV Laboratory, the High Luminosity upgrade of the LHC at CERN, the development of free-electron lasers, and the development of a compact X-ray laser and instrumentation in Uppsala.
The candidate is offered the possibility to work in an exciting modern research area in physics and will have opportunities to interact and collaborate with leading groups in experimental physics and engineering.
Subject Description: The FREIA Laboratory is engaged in the development of superconducting magnets in collaboration with Swedish industry and CERN, Switzerland. The successful candidate will work on three projects: (i) development of a canted-cosine-theta type dipole magnet for future use in the LHC or medical accelerators; (ii) vertical cold test of several superconducting magnets for the LHC; (iii) development of a magnetic field measurement bench for a vertical cryostat.
Work Description: Magnetic design and quench simulations of superconducting magnets. Supervise construction in industry of the canted-cosine-theta magnet. Test of superconducting magnets in a vertical cryostat at FREIA. Development of a magnetic field measurement bench for use with the vertical cryostat. Regular presentations of the results in the presence of specialists on different topics, in Uppsala or at other laboratories. Assist in the overall development and evaluation of instrumentation and experiments at the FREIA Laboratory. Actively contribute to outlook activities and education and supervision of students. Regular travel is required for national and international projects.
Prerequisites: The applicant must have a doctoral degree, at the start of employment, in physics or a related area, with experience in superconducting magnets. For appointment as post-doc it is required that the candidate has completed a doctoral degree no more than three years before the start of the appointment. The three year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc. You shall demonstrate a drive and determination to achieve results, be open minded and flexible in relation to the type of work assigned. You shall take responsibility, shall organize multiple tasks simultaneously, and have a genuine interest in research and technology.
The following knowledge, experience and competencies are required:
The following experience and competencies are an advantage:
Application Procedure: The application shall be submitted in Swedish or English and must include a brief description of your research interests, relevant knowledge, relevant experience, relevant competencies, CV, copies of certificates, diplomas and other documents which the applicant wishes to claim. The applicant shall clearly identify peer-reviewed publications and provide names and contact details of at least two referees and/or attach recommendation letters.
Salary: Individual salary.
Starting date: 01-05-2021 or as otherwise agreed.
Type of employment: Temporary position according to central collective agreement.
Scope of employment: 100 %.
For further information about the position please contact: Roger Ruber, roger.ruber@physics.uu.se +46-18-471 7710.
Please submit your application by 29 March 2021, UFV-PA 2021/618.
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Type of employment | Temporary position |
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Contract type | Full time |
First day of employment | 20210501 |
Salary | Fixed salary |
Number of positions | 1 |
Full-time equivalent | 100% |
City | Uppsala |
County | Uppsala län |
Country | Sweden |
Reference number | UFV-PA 2021/618 |
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Published | 18.Feb.2021 |
Last application date | 29.Mar.2021 11:59 PM CEST |